✦ The Codex · Healing Stones

Black Obsidian

Protective, grounding, revealing

Good for: Protection, grounding, truth, shadow work.

Detox, pain, circulation. A stone of the Root chakra, traditionally paired with Scorpio, Sagittarius and the energy of Saturn / Pluto.

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At a glance

ChakraRoot

EnergyProtective, grounding, revealing

ColourGlossy black

HardnessMohs 5–5.5

Crystal systemAmorphous

CompositionVolcanic glass (SiO₂-rich)

Raman shift~465 cm⁻¹ (broad)

PiezoelectricNo

ZodiacScorpio, Sagittarius

PlanetSaturn / Pluto

ElementEarth / Fire

Found inMexico, USA, Iceland

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